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Overview

January 26–30, 2026, is designated as Holocaust Remembrance Week in Texas public schools.

More than two years ago, on October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks against Israel began a lengthy period of human loss and suffering. In light of this conflict and recent efforts to bring an enduring peace to the Middle East, it is important that Texas public schools are mindful of the mission of the (THGAAC) and make use of the instructional resources THGAAC provides.

The mission of the THGAAC is to combat and confront hatred, prejudice, and indifference by educating all Texans about the Holocaust and other genocides, in an effort to dismantle antisemitism and prevent such future atrocities.

Instructional resources provided by the THGAAC are available to school systems throughout the year, and especially during Holocaust Remembrance Week, which, again, occurs the week of January 26–30, 2026. During this week, , requires public schools to provide age-appropriate instruction on the Holocaust using resources developed or approved by the THGAAC. Staff at the THGAAC are available to support educators in Texas public schools including providing speakers for campuses and classrooms.

Resources

The provides a variety of resources outlined in the attached flyer and accessible using the following links, which can be used during Holocaust Remembrance Week as well as other times of the year:

Additionally, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum offers Holocaust Remembrance Week resources, including the following:

• Virtual Professional Development: 
  January 12: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
  Quick virtual professional development to gain a better understanding of key resources and strategies provided by the Museum for Holocaust Remembrance Week.  
• Resource and Lesson Portal: 
  Educators can access an . Lessons and resources are approved by the THGAAC and include ready-to-go morning announcements, daily plans, student projects, and lesson plans for elementary and secondary grades.
   
• Free Virtual Field Trips:
  Students will be guided by expert tour leaders who will connect live from the exhibition, offering a unique opportunity to explore Holocaust history, powerful artifacts, and firsthand testimonies. Register using the .
  • Tours of Holocaust Wing in the Permanent Exhibition (45 minutes - 6th grade and above)
    • January 26: 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
    • January 27: 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
    • January 28: 9:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
    • January 30: 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
  • Tours from (30 minutes - 4th grade and up)
    • January 26: 8:30 a.m.
    • January 27: 9:00 a.m.
    • January 28: 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
    • January 30: 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

More Information on the THGAAC

For more information about the mission and services provided by the THGAAC, please see the website.

ATTACHMENT: Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Committee (THGAAC) Resources for Holocaust Remembrance Week